Field Service Engineer (Boston)

Hitachi

  • Boston, MA
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 13 days ago
DescriptionGeneral Information:Hitachi Energy is seeking for a Field Service Engineer.Basic Function: Plan, execute and lead, with minimal professional guidance, technical field assignments involving the installation, modification, test, commissioning or repair of High Voltage equipment in the range of 69kV through 550kV.Your Responsibilities:
  • Perform field service operations that present usual or unusual problems requiring solid technical skills.
  • Execute or supervise the installation and commissioning of high voltage substation equipment (69kV through 550kV)
  • Supervise electricians and contractors, hired by Hitachi Energy or provided by the customer.
  • Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on High Voltage equipment
  • Troubleshoot and repair equipment, applying own knowledge and experience.
  • Perform and document field tests such as electrical tests, SF6 leak detection, gas analysis, timing, power factor, contact resistance
  • Compile and evaluate data to determine and resolve operating problems or malfunctions.
  • Conduct inspections to determine necessary maintenance and repairs, and assist in determining resource requirements.
  • Develop recommendations and prepare written reports.
  • Maintain detailed records and logs.
  • Recommend changes such as new equipment or modified procedures to improve performance and customer satisfaction.
  • Assist in planning and coordinating team efforts.
  • Often work non standard schedules at field locations with exposure to varying environmental conditions.
  • Follow safety policies and procedures.
  • Travel estimated at 80%
  • Reside or willing to relocate to Las Vegas / NV or Portland / OR / Boston, MA
  • Living Hitachi Energy’s core values of safety and integrity, which means taking responsibility for your own actions while caring for your colleagues and the business.
Your Background:
  • Technical certificate in an electrical or mechanical related field and total of 5+ years of High Voltage Substations and equipment (
69kV) at field assignments supervising erection and testing. Alternatively, experience with similar equipment (electrical and/or mechanical) on a military assignment may be considered. * Candidate must already have work authorization that would permit them to work for Hitachi Energy in the United States.
  • Preferable Bachelors degree in electrical or mechanical engineering
  • Proven leadership experience coordinating and leading crew on electrical projects installation
  • Experience working with Power Utilities
  • Reading of electrical drawings and schematics
  • Knowledge to operate test equipment, such as CB timers, power factor, TTR, ductor, CT testers, Megger
  • Familiarity with windows applications
Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE)-Females/Minorities/Protected Veterans/Individuals with DisabilitiesProtected veterans and qualified individuals with a disability may request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access Hitachi Energy career site as a result of your disability. You may request reasonable accommodations by calling a Hitachi Energy HR Representative at 1-888-504-2007 or by sending an email to: us-pg-askhr@abb.com. Resumes and applications will not be accepted in this manner.

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